Veterinary Research Technician - Macaque group
About The Position
This position will provide support and technical assistance on research, clinical, and surgical procedures with the Macaque group. Performs observations of laboratory non-human primates in single and group housing and provides husbandry care. Reviews clinical history, and performs a basic health check. Triages and aids in the treatment of animals with wounds and other clinical conditions under the direction of a Veterinarian. Uses appropriate standard husbandry procedures to clean and sanitize animal areas. Prepares, induces, maintains, recovers, and documents anesthesia events to include IV catheterization and intubation. Collects, labels, and distributes biological specimens and tissues from non-human primates. Maintains, cleans, operates, and reports condition of equipment. Prepares non-human primates for pathologic evaluation and may assist with necropsy. Maintains written documentation and subsequent data entry into the record database.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
- At least 2 years of job specific experience
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- AALAS (ALAT, LAT, or LATG) certification, or Licensed Veterinary Technician
- 60 hours college or Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- Previous research experience with non-human primates or other laboratory animals
- Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering weekends and holidays
Responsibilities
- Performs observations of laboratory non-human primates in single and group housing and provides husbandry care
- Reviews clinical history, and performs a basic health check
- Triages and aids in the treatment of animals with wounds and other clinical conditions under the direction of a Veterinarian
- Uses appropriate standard husbandry procedures to clean and sanitize animal areas
- Prepares, induces, maintains, recovers, and documents anesthesia events to include IV catheterization and intubation
- Collects, labels, and distributes biological specimens and tissues from non-human primates
- Maintains, cleans, operates, and reports condition of equipment
- Prepares non-human primates for pathologic evaluation and may assist with necropsy
- Maintains written documentation and subsequent data entry into the record database
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
- Pet insurance
- Employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)
- Generous paid time off
- 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess
- On-site medical clinic
- Wellness incentives
- Paid prescription drug resources
- On-site gym
- Wellness programs
- Flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities for professional development
- Mentorship
- Continuing education (tuition reimbursement)
- Leadership programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
